Common Name: Mint – Peppermint
Latin Name: Mentha x piperita
Description: Sweetly scented, bright green and purplish leaves with pinkish flowers. Sprawling but invasive habit makes it best grown in large tubs. Perennial. 50cm.
Harvesting: Harvest at any time. Use fresh or freeze in ice blocks.
Best Results: If rust appears or plant looks lanky, cut down very hard and cover with compost. Throw leaves in bin.
Uses: Traditionally used as an herbal tea but is also delicious in summer drinks and fruit salads.
Companion: Fresh or dried mint will deter ants from the pantry and repel clothes moth.